Hairspray Hack! Make New Wood Look Old

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024

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  • @OurUpcycledLife
    @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +7

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    • @sunshinelifeco
      @sunshinelifeco 2 роки тому +2

      Would this work on glass jars do you think? Have you tried this technique with chalk paint?

    • @revolvercargado
      @revolvercargado 2 роки тому +1

      Hi... I wonder if can I use this technique to paint the frame of a chair???? What colors would you use as a base???? Thanks!!!

    • @guardingheroes
      @guardingheroes Рік тому

      Hairspray is flammable. So wouldn’t that be a fire hazard and also against a city code violation? It becomes flammable?

    • @colag1966
      @colag1966 Рік тому

      OMG DONT DO WHAT SHE DID SHE RUINED IT!¡

  • @scotttyger4856
    @scotttyger4856 Рік тому +14

    Wow. I'm soooo glad I found you. 63 yo dude, just retired in July, and am doing pallet wood/stencils/signs/whatever crafts. Your tutorials are awesome for me, so thank you!

  • @erindonald4795
    @erindonald4795 11 місяців тому +13

    I used that much aqua net in the 80's every morning before school 😂

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  11 місяців тому +1

      We all used a lot of that lol

    • @judytoomey8367
      @judytoomey8367 День тому

      @@OurUpcycledLife In the house I grew up in, the bathroom door opposite the mirror was shellacked with a quarter-inch of Aqua Net hairspray!

  • @UnicornDustDesigns
    @UnicornDustDesigns 2 роки тому +1

    I literally made the weirdest sound when I saw that crackle!! How do you come up with these techniques girl!!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Haha!! Sammie my brain works in wild ways….🤪❤️

  • @NormGagnon
    @NormGagnon 2 роки тому +2

    Wow, accidentally came upon your video (videos) and as a special effects guy in the movie industry, you have given me fantastic ideas for future projects!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      So glad to help out! Yes I have lots of painting techniques that will be helpful

  • @shayneparent8646
    @shayneparent8646 2 роки тому +1

    Every time she says chippie in all her videos it makes me smile 😊

    • @shayneparent8646
      @shayneparent8646 2 роки тому

      Chippieness 😂

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      I’m not even sure if chippiess is a word but I also love obviously saying it because I repeated a lot in all of my videos LOL thanks for watching

  • @tslilbearshoppe9870
    @tslilbearshoppe9870 Рік тому +2

    who knew hairspray could do that??? cooooool!

  • @Angel-rv1mt
    @Angel-rv1mt Рік тому

    That looks fantastic!!! I can’t wait to show this to my husband. He cut out something from scrap shelving he wants to age.
    I love your signs.

  • @gigigugu9619
    @gigigugu9619 10 місяців тому +1

    That's an amazing technique!! I've never saw this before!! I'll try it in a ceramic bunny also!! Thank you!! ❤❤❤

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  10 місяців тому

      Lots of fun 🤩 can be a bit tricky so practise before doing final project

  • @lorihosford4233
    @lorihosford4233 11 місяців тому

    I absolutely love this technique. Thank you so much for demonstrating it. I can't wait to give this a try!

  • @zyxvwu
    @zyxvwu Рік тому +1

    This is great for the aged look!

  • @pastda3
    @pastda3 2 роки тому +10

    You always amaze me with your techniques and finished projects. Thank you.

  • @KathyB-m5d
    @KathyB-m5d 4 місяці тому

    This is a fabulous "breakthrough" for distressing wood furniture without having to spend a lot on the crackle medium and this works just as well. Thank you for an awesome tip and I can't wait to try it! .

  • @caroltaylor4282
    @caroltaylor4282 Рік тому

    Thank you for teaching us (me) such wonderful techniques!

  • @lindacooksey1466
    @lindacooksey1466 9 місяців тому

    I definitely will try this. The crackle look is so cool. And this method looks very easy. Thank you.

  • @Oliveyewalways
    @Oliveyewalways Рік тому +8

    This worked incredibly well!! Thanks for this super easy technique that makes my projects look like old barn finds 😍

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  Рік тому +1

      Yes, it sure does one of my favourite techniques to use one ageing would

  • @faithcomesbyhearing724
    @faithcomesbyhearing724 2 роки тому +2

    I crackled a picture frame along time ago using the crackle liquid. It turned out nice. I'm amazed you can age wood so fast using this process. The sign turned out awesome. Have a blessed day.

  • @modfarmgirl5671
    @modfarmgirl5671 2 роки тому +7

    Wow! Turned out amazing! A lot less messy than the glue crackle method. Think I want to try this on a small piece of furniture. Thank you for a great tutorial.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed

    • @laurahodge4391
      @laurahodge4391 Рік тому

      How cute would that be!! Please post a pic when you're done!

  • @elenalatici9568
    @elenalatici9568 2 роки тому +5

    What a great, daring imagination you have! If you had used the various paints, crackle solutions, misting bottle and special brush, I bet making that new piece of wood look old would have cost $50 minimum. Thank so much for this money saving technique. ❤️👏😘

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Glad this video was helpful! Thanks for watching Elena

  • @beverlywalker8215
    @beverlywalker8215 2 роки тому +3

    Fantastic results and less messy than using glue for crackling! Thanks for sharing.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      You are so welcome! Thanks for watching Beverly

  • @RetroMods
    @RetroMods Рік тому +3

    This is the best aging process I've found on youtube

  • @KC-gy1gh
    @KC-gy1gh 2 роки тому +11

    Love this!!! I see old delapatated barns or frame houses & say I love that old wood! Wish I had it. Now I can!!! Thank you so much for sharing this simple yet beautiful technique!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Yes!!! Takes a bit of practise but certainly can❤️

  • @beejisback8162
    @beejisback8162 2 роки тому +3

    Omg this is going to be the perfect background for our marriage license! Wow! 21 years ago when we got married, I made copies of our marriage license and took one of them and aged it. And it came out just beautiful but I never did anything with it. Lol
    And in my husband’s top drawer it sits. And you just gave me the best idea for it! Thank You! I’ve literally been waiting 21 years for this!!! Lol

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      So glad to inspire that will be a beautiful background thanks for watching

  • @barbarajeanbraceletlady3090
    @barbarajeanbraceletlady3090 2 роки тому +1

    You give a new meaning to recycling. Thank you, for introducing us to new methods.

  • @robinhorga2780
    @robinhorga2780 2 роки тому

    You're the smartest.... It is amazing what you do with paint

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      Now if I could just figure out how to cook!!! lol...

  • @kayeyeager8006
    @kayeyeager8006 2 роки тому

    This is by far my favourite multilayer technique you have shared with us all.

  • @TheAwakeningangel
    @TheAwakeningangel 2 роки тому +3

    Love this effect but will the crackled paint fall away?? can you put some kind of sealer over it, ? xxxx Dede xx

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Yes I seal it up with poly acrylic sealer! Thanks for watching

  • @jodistaton392
    @jodistaton392 2 роки тому +1

    Well, all I can say is WOW, I really like that technique. I have just about watched all of your videos, and to me, this one is the best technique. It may take a lot of steps and time, but the end result in my eyes just really looked like a weathered piece of wood!!! Thank you, for the time spent in creating it!!!

  • @Christie-gp2cy
    @Christie-gp2cy 2 роки тому +2

    Amazing job on this wood. I have watched many crafting videos, but never one like yours. Great job!

  • @marlacainraisingcain
    @marlacainraisingcain 2 роки тому

    I'm kind of speechless!! Can't wait to try this on about 50 projects!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Right!!!! So much fun . Thanks for watching Marla

  • @tootsie2
    @tootsie2 2 роки тому +3

    Love this technique. I have used wood glue for the crackle look but last several years they've reformulated it so it doesn't crackle well now. I will definitely try this

  • @Chardonbois
    @Chardonbois 2 роки тому

    Brilliant distressing technique. Thanks for sharing with us lesser mortals!😉

  • @judybogle7426
    @judybogle7426 Рік тому

    6:20 EST. Very interesting project. I love when all the colors show through. ♥️

  • @georginaledlie7444
    @georginaledlie7444 Рік тому +1

    Wow, that is beautiful. Thank you.

  • @pamshuff4582
    @pamshuff4582 2 роки тому

    Will have to try this technique. Looks very & authentic like old wood

  • @savedfaves
    @savedfaves 10 місяців тому

    This may be the video I was looking for. Thank you.

  • @moharrop4474
    @moharrop4474 11 місяців тому

    I love it! Hairspray is genuis! Back in the day I used a store bought product, I believe it was "Crackle". And also found white glue mixed with water worked well.

  • @cherylburkitt9722
    @cherylburkitt9722 2 роки тому

    Great job..
    A wire brush is good too..
    Hairspray works great

  • @paulahaddad5114
    @paulahaddad5114 Рік тому +1

    Thanks for sharing this technique 😊😊 Lots easier than using glue and think it looks more authentic.

  • @palavadiy
    @palavadiy Рік тому +1

    Very nice, it helped. Thank You for sharing this video.

  • @antonettedecorating
    @antonettedecorating 2 роки тому

    Hello fellow Ontarian friend 🥰. Thank you for sharing this great technique. I may have to try it !!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed Antonette 🇨🇦

  • @bevwilkinson2853
    @bevwilkinson2853 2 роки тому

    Perfect timing to see this video as I want rustic wood for some Spring projects. :)

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Perfect! Glad to inspire! Thanks for watching Bev

  • @benniececiliamattox7426
    @benniececiliamattox7426 2 роки тому

    I did like the way this turned out and can’t wait to see what you have for is next time!

  • @brendabryant6347
    @brendabryant6347 2 роки тому +1

    I tried this with school glue once, but I think the hairspray does a better job. Thanks for sharing. I will definitely be trying this idea.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +2

      Bothe work good but hairspray I think makes more of a small crackle look. Thanks for watching Brenda

    • @brendabryant6347
      @brendabryant6347 2 роки тому

      @@OurUpcycledLife thank you for sharing.

  • @haynerbass
    @haynerbass 2 роки тому

    This would make great looking furniture.

  • @thesentimentalsoul3683
    @thesentimentalsoul3683 2 роки тому

    Very cool. Much easier than the glue technique.
    TY💛M for sharing. You really are a genius

  • @Talletc
    @Talletc Рік тому

    I had no idea you could use hair spray! Thanks for the ideas

  • @kabeerahmed7132
    @kabeerahmed7132 2 роки тому

    hunnnnnnnnnnnn its really amazing way to create art piece - Thumbs-Up for you 👍

  • @annetamel7615
    @annetamel7615 2 роки тому

    Luv it! You are the absolute best artist UA-camr for teaching faux finishes. Thank you 🌹

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      Awww! Thanks so much, appreciate it! Definitely a bit obsessed with rustic looking wood. Thanks for watching Anne

  • @southerrncharmbytb
    @southerrncharmbytb 2 роки тому

    i am seeing so many try this and it's working. I watched this video many times, even watched while I was doing mine and it never worked. I did everything the same as you did. I used a aerolsol hairspray. I also tried with heat gun.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      It can be tricky. I find best results with a extra hold spray

  • @mistie8908
    @mistie8908 2 роки тому +1

    Thank you for sharing. From Canada

  • @franstoeckel1615
    @franstoeckel1615 2 роки тому +1

    Hi Deirdre, I am trying this right now with Spring colors on a smaller piece of wood. Just applied my 2nd color. Drying now. Going to try one more color. Cant wait for the results. 😁❤😁

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +1

      Let me know how you make out!! Thanks for watching Fran

  • @catherinecooper2360
    @catherinecooper2360 Рік тому

    What a great idea! I've got some "crackl" paint which doesn't work as well as your hair spray. Thanks for the inspiration!!

  • @louannvassallo3649
    @louannvassallo3649 2 роки тому

    Wow In the last few days I have watched a few videos about crackle. This is amazing to use hairspray. Thanks

  • @MrBobWareham
    @MrBobWareham 2 роки тому +2

    Now we know how good hairspray is for your hair

  • @sandylavigne7200
    @sandylavigne7200 2 роки тому +1

    This looks so authentic! I know how much people with shops will charge for a finished product like this. You always come up with really cool ideas for antique finishes, I can't wait to try it! Thanks for sharing😊

  • @dianamitchell7479
    @dianamitchell7479 2 роки тому +1

    Wow I love this technique!

  • @debigreek9627
    @debigreek9627 2 роки тому

    Wow!!! What an amazing technique. Thank you so much for sharing, you are so much fun to watch!

  • @andikennedy8874
    @andikennedy8874 2 роки тому

    I love trying all your techniques. I love your channel. Warm hugs from Arizona.

  • @robertdress9112
    @robertdress9112 Рік тому +1

    Bringing it he 80s back!

  • @magentaangel5531
    @magentaangel5531 Рік тому

    Fantastic hack which I'm definitely going to do. Thank you.

  • @merryaijlman7833
    @merryaijlman7833 2 роки тому

    What an awesome and inexpensive technique. It looks amazing without buying crackle medium. Thanks for sharing. 🤗🤗🤗

  • @r.c.miller6161
    @r.c.miller6161 2 роки тому +1

    Great video. Never used hairspray for crackle medium. This is genius.

  • @elizabetholiviaclark
    @elizabetholiviaclark 2 роки тому

    Thank you for the instructional video. I do have some pieces of wood to devote to this method and I think this would be fun to do.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Go for it! Thanks for watching ! Glad you enjoyed

  • @robcarr1899
    @robcarr1899 2 роки тому

    Thanks for the great ideas. I can now expand my own ideas.

  • @Sables123
    @Sables123 2 роки тому

    I always enjoy watching your videos. You have the best ideas!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Glad you like them! Thanks for watching Sissy!

  • @designsbydawn976
    @designsbydawn976 2 роки тому

    This is amazing and beautiful 😍 tfs and God Bless 🥰 💜

  • @tamiz8895
    @tamiz8895 23 дні тому

    Wow that’s really cool, I love the effect

  • @charleanastasia5557
    @charleanastasia5557 Рік тому

    Great project. Great make do when you don't have crackle paint.

  • @terriannmuller794
    @terriannmuller794 Рік тому

    This is amazing!! exactly what I was looking for. Thank you.

  • @crosezrose
    @crosezrose 2 роки тому +1

    That's fabulous!! I never saw this technique before so I can't wait to try it! Thanks so much for sharing!!

  • @sandieyule1644
    @sandieyule1644 2 роки тому

    Wow what a great turnout!!!!!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching Sandie! Appreciate your support here on my channel xo

  • @81brodock
    @81brodock 2 роки тому

    Wow
    That is cool!
    Can’t wait to try it myself.

  • @christinetremblay2353
    @christinetremblay2353 2 роки тому

    Can wait to try this, great technique! thank you for sharing & have a great day !

  • @jakeerik2168
    @jakeerik2168 Рік тому +1

    Wow. I was wondering what all those colors like the black, yellow and terracotta were going to do. After seeing the crackle effect and fading effect, I see it was to make it look like old wood exposed from the paint. What a great technique 👌

  • @mindyloper4454
    @mindyloper4454 2 роки тому

    Lovvvvve how it turned out!!!!!!!!!❤️❤️😘😘😁😁😁😁

  • @sandrasheets9185
    @sandrasheets9185 2 роки тому

    That technique looks amazing definitely going to try this...

  • @Katrn30
    @Katrn30 Рік тому +1

    I love this!

  • @karenhennessey-smithers2188
    @karenhennessey-smithers2188 2 роки тому +2

    Love all the projects you do . Learning a lot from you ! Thank you !

  • @loanasantos4202
    @loanasantos4202 2 роки тому

    Wow so cool! Didn't know hair spray would work well on painting. Very clever!!😊👏🙌

  • @crichter1724
    @crichter1724 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome technique!! So much simpler than others I've tried.

  • @Usdukes
    @Usdukes 2 роки тому

    Wow! What a fun technique!

  • @billygoatracer
    @billygoatracer 2 роки тому +4

    Looks cool, and to make the wood look old I use a piece of chain to whip it with and the Cain will but small dents and it looks cool, bicycle lock would work also, another thing is to place your wood on the driveway with some bolts or anything under it and stand on it which will make some dents or stuffs in it ✌️

  • @jjohnson8977
    @jjohnson8977 Рік тому +1

    razor blade towards thumb love it

  • @vanessamitchell6664
    @vanessamitchell6664 2 роки тому +7

    I can’t wait to try this technique! Your ideas and tips amaze me! Quick question! Do you seal the finished project to prevent further paint being accidentally wiped off during cleaning? Thanks!!! ❤️❤️❤️

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +7

      Yes I sealed with poly acrylic sealer when all done! Thanks for watching Vanessa

  • @theheritagehousesc
    @theheritagehousesc Рік тому

    Looks amazing ing! I love the look! Thanks for sharing.

  • @tonyaddy7825
    @tonyaddy7825 Рік тому

    Amazing process !! Thank you for sharing !!! I am going to build a breakfast nook in my dining room using 100year old barnwood built with 2x4 base, cover with barnwood . I want to do this process on the barnwood how would you seal it so when people sit it it wont rub off???

  • @ronnidmiller
    @ronnidmiller 2 роки тому +4

    I followed the instructions exactly, black base coat let dry, accent coats let dry, hairspray let dry, acrylic house paint top coat, let dry - no cracks at all.... guess I will have to try again with craft store paint ONLY. Not giving up, but not there yet. Thanks for the info.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +2

      Make sure you put a good thick coat of hairspray on it. Keep trying!!

    • @ronnidmiller
      @ronnidmiller 2 роки тому +4

      @@OurUpcycledLife I sprayed it really thick. It didn't crackle at all. I will keep experimenting...thanks...

    • @tylersblue
      @tylersblue 7 місяців тому

      Paint over the hairspray wet. It cracks the paint from while drying. If it cured, it with just act like an adhesion promoter.

    • @aaronfroland3
      @aaronfroland3 6 місяців тому

      @@tylersblue
      Have you applied the acrylic paint over the wet hairspray creating the crackle effect? I’m just asking since I have yet to try this.

  • @hughtempleton8640
    @hughtempleton8640 2 роки тому

    Brilliant video thanks for sharing your amazing talent

  • @barbarasalley6486
    @barbarasalley6486 2 роки тому

    You have so many talents. Love your channel

  • @KelleysQuiltsandCruises
    @KelleysQuiltsandCruises 2 роки тому

    Hi from BC! What a clever technique.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Hi there!!! 🇨🇦 from Ontario. Glad you enjoyed

  • @gracegrasso9376
    @gracegrasso9376 2 роки тому

    I am going to try your project.Just love it.

  • @kenmotley5316
    @kenmotley5316 2 роки тому

    Pure genius!!! 🕊

  • @serenaleaghgrace5023
    @serenaleaghgrace5023 2 роки тому

    love love love, will do for sure, cheers Ess from oz

  • @shannonreeder2645
    @shannonreeder2645 2 роки тому +1

    wonderful tip, now my question is the letters painted or vinyl?

  • @sherrybradshaw5099
    @sherrybradshaw5099 2 роки тому

    Brilliant! I love your things.

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому

      Thanks for watching Sherry. This method works great!

  • @lisaryherd4593
    @lisaryherd4593 Рік тому +1

    I have got to agree with the others, I’ve yet to get this type of crackle to work. Tried several times!!!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  Рік тому +1

      It can be tricky, but with practice you can get it to crackle really well

  • @jcfromupstate1693
    @jcfromupstate1693 2 роки тому +1

    I love this, thank you so much! What did you use to seal the sign after lettering - or do you leave it as is? Thanks!

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  2 роки тому +2

      Hi there I seal it with poly acrylic sealer water-based thanks for watching

  • @diannalinnell8257
    @diannalinnell8257 Рік тому

    How did it hold up over time? I love the technique

    • @OurUpcycledLife
      @OurUpcycledLife  11 місяців тому

      It holds up really well. I seal it with a poly acrylic sealer.

  • @franstoeckel2403
    @franstoeckel2403 2 роки тому +1

    Wow! Awesome and easy! Thank you Deidre. ❤️